Red Sox struggle in 2026, facing critical road trip ahead
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 6:13 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Boston Red Sox completed a challenging home series, getting swept by the Toronto Blue Jays, dropping their record to 29-43. This marks the franchise's worst start since 1965, amid concerns about the team's performance. Players like Sonny Gray expressed frustration over the team's struggles, acknowledging their poor season. As the Red Sox head into a ten-game road trip against the Seattle Mariners, Colorado Rockies, and New York Yankees, the pressure is mounting to secure wins or consider major changes before the trade deadline.
- •Red Sox record stands at 29-43, 6.5 games behind a Wild Card spot.
- •Team struggled at home, holding a 12-25 record, worst since 1932.
- •Players report frustration, acknowledging the need for improvement.
- •Upcoming road trip includes games against AL West-leading Mariners.
- •Failure to win may lead to significant roster changes by trade deadline.
- 6:13 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox’s worst stretch in decades forces franchise-altering deadline decisions
"If the Red Sox can't right the ship in this upcoming road trip, it might be time to call it wraps on 2026.
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